May 16, 2025:
OpenAI Introduces Parallel-Tasking Codex AI Agent - OpenAI has launched a research preview of its Codex AI software engineering agent, introducing parallel tasking capabilities. Built on a fine-tuned version of OpenAI's o3 reasoning model, this cloud-based agent autonomously handles tasks such as writing features, fixing bugs, and proposing pull requests.
Designed for ChatGPT Pro, Enterprise, and Team users, Codex operates in a secure, isolated environment, enhancing security and collaboration. As competition grows in the AI coding tools space, OpenAI highlights Codex's role in transforming developer workflows and boosting productivity.